DiTech Surf Fabric Softener

Categories

Technologies → Cleaning Ingredients → Product Families → Soaps & Surfactants → Cationic Surfactants

Technologies → Industrial Additives & Materials → Product Families → Textile & Leather Chemicals → Finishing Additives & Treatments

Markets → HI&I Care → Applications → Institutional & Industrial Care → Industrial Cleaning

Markets → HI&I Care → Applications → Institutional & Industrial Care → Institutional & Catering

Markets → HI&I Care → Applications → Home Care → Laundry & Fabric Care

Technologies → Cleaning Ingredients → Product Families → Functional Additives → Performance Additives

Markets → Industrial → Applications → Leather & Textiles → Textile Manufacturing

Applications & Uses

Applications

DiTech Surf Fabric Softener is a fabric softener blend for use in household and institutional products. The performance properties of DiTech Surf Fabric Softener make it ideal for cold or low-temperature processes which may lead to energy savings in the manufacturing process. This product also allows the reduction or elimination of other thickeners in fabric softener formulations especially those with a low-active and high viscosity profile.

Benefits & Claims

Labeling Claims

Bio-based,

Preservative-free,

Cold Processable

End Uses

Home Care Applications

Fabric Softeners,

Textile Softeners

I&I Cleaning Applications

Industrial Cleaners,

Institutional Cleaners

Industrial Additives End Use

Textiles

Features & Benefits

Biodegradability

Based on its composition, DiTech Surf Fabric Softener is expected to be readily biodegradable.

Functions

Cleaning Ingredients Functions

Surfactant (Cationic),

Fabric Softener,

Surfactant

Industrial Additives Functions

Fiber Softener

Function

Surfactant, Fiber Softener, Surfactant (Cationic), Fabric Softener

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bulk,

Drums

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid,

Paste

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories

AICS (Australia),

DSL (Canada),

ENCS (Japan),

IECSC (China),

NZIoC (New Zealand),

PICCS (Phillipines),

TSCA (USA),

TCSI (Taiwan)

Clearances

The international inventories (country clearances) of DiTech Surf Fabric Softener can be found in Section 15 of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). It is the responsibility of the formulator to review the chemical control regulations for each country where the end-product is intended to be sold or used.

Safety & Health

Health Effects

DiTech Surf Fabric Softener is expected to be practically nontoxic orally (LD₅₀ > 5000 mg/kg), slightly irritating to skin and moderately irritating to eyes.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling

• It is recommended that DiTech Surf Fabric Softener be stored in sealed containers kept in a well-ventilated area away from sparks, fire, and open flame. Avoid overheating or freezing. Equipment should be grounded when transferring or using material. Normal safety precautions (e.g., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handing DiTech Surf Fabric Softener. Contact with eyes, nose or prolonged contact with skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling DiTech Surf Fabric Softener. See SDS for more information.
• Non-Bulk Storage Recommendations: DiTech Surf Fabric Softener should be stored in closed containers and kept in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials (see Section 10 of the SDS). If material is frozen it should be heated gently to a maximum temperature of 50°C (122°F) and stirred to ensure it is homogeneous prior to use.
• Bulk Storage Recommendations: DiTech Surf Fabric Softener should be stored in vessels of 316 stainless steel. Material should be stored between 4°C - 50°C (39°F – 122°F). An internal hairpin coil of 316 stainless steel with low pressure steam (under 50 psig) should be used if heating is required. Pumps, pipes and transfer lines should be 316 stainless steel.

Workplace Exposure

Occupational exposure can occur primarily through skin contact or via inhalation of vapors and mists. Engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and other workplace safety practices should be used to control these exposures. See SDS for more information.